CH 10 CONFUCIUS, MENCIUS AND XUNZI: VIRTUE IN ANCIENT CHINA

Front

Who are the three main figures in ancient Confucian philosophy?

Back

Confucius, Mencius, Xunzi

Front

Which of the following accurately describes Confucius' life? Options: born into a wealthy, prominent family, ran a humble library with Mengzi and Xunzi, educated at the finest institutions, lived in poverty without sustained employment

Back

lived in poverty without sustained employment

Front

What was Confucius' central virtue called? Options: Ren, Li, Yi, Zhi

Back

Ren

Front

What is the translation of the central virtue 'ren' in Confucian thought?

Back

Humanness, authoritative conduct, goodness

Front

What did Confucius believe was essential for a good government?

Back

Virtuous individuals

Front

What is the name of the collection of Confucius' sayings compiled by his students?

Back

The Analects

Front

According to Confucius, how does one learn one's social responsibilities? Options: by watching the ruler, by reading ancient texts, by listening to one's own innate capacity for social harmony, through relationships with others

Back

through relationships with others

Front

What is one of the most important social relationships according to Confucius?

Back

Children and parents

Front

How does Confucius define a virtuous person?

Back

Someone who fulfills responsibilities with the right attitude and sympathetic understanding for others

Front

What does ritual propriety involve according to Confucius?

Back

Both formal ceremonies and daily social interactions